Serving 1,266 students in grades 6-8, Canyon Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 56%
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Canyon Middle School's student population of 1,266 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Canyon Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Canyon Middle School often compared to?
Canyon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Middle School?
1,266 students attend Canyon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Canyon Middle School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Middle School?
Canyon Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Middle School offer ?
Canyon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Canyon Middle School part of?
Canyon Middle School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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